Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement are writing Time Bandits Season 2, but there’s a catch.
Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement need fans to get behind Time Bandits to see what they have planned for Season 2. The Apple TV+ original series is based on the 1981 film by Terry Gilliam and features an eclectic cast, which includes series creators Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement. The duo are no strangers to working together, having collaborated on the What We Do in the Shadows film and TV series. Their next project is Time Bandits, the story of a boy who goes on a time-traveling adventure. While a second season hasn’t been officially announced, Waititi and Clement confirmed they have started the writing process.
ComicBook spoke to Taika Waititi and Jemaine Clement at a virtual press day in support of Time Bandits ahead of the two-episode series debut on Wednesday, July 24th. When asked if they’ve discussed doing a second season, Clement replied, “We are actually writing a second season, but it depends on if people watch the first season. If no one watches it, we throw it away in a bin.” He added, “But I cannot tell you because I don’t want to spoil the second season.”
Jemaine Clement discusses Pure Evil costume in Time Bandits. Along with co-creating and co-writing Time Bandits, Jemaine Clement also portrays the character Pure Evil, who has quite an elaborate costume. When asked what were the most comfortable and uncomfortable parts of the suit, Clement said, “It’s not an uncomfortable costume because it’s a velvet robe. It’s very comfortable [laughs].” Clement did list one negative, and that’s how long the Pure Evil costume is to drag around, especially upstairs. “But, it’s long. So getting upstairs is really difficult,” he added. “And also I think I had some high boots. Anyone who wears platform shoes to disguise their height, that’s a lot of work because you’re almost tipping forward. I have a new respect for the women at the Met Gala.”
What is Time Bandits about? Embark on a comedic, high-stakes journey through time and space with a ragtag group of thieves and their newest recruit: an 11-year-old history nerd. Together, they set out on a thrilling quest to save the boy’s parents — and the world. The series stars Lisa Kudrow, Kal-El Tuck, Tadhg Murphy, Roger Jean Nsengiyumva, Rune Temte, Charlyne Yi, Rachel House, Kiera Thompson, James Dryden, Felicity Ward, Francesca Mills, and Imaan Hadchiti. Time Bandits also features special guest appearances by Waititi and Clement.
Consisting of 10 episodes, Time Bandits is produced for Apple TV+ by Paramount Television Studios, Anonymous Content’s AC Studios and MRC. Jemaine Clement, Iain Morris and Taika Waititi executive produce, write, and direct select episodes, with Clement and Morris serving as co-showrunners. Garrett Basch and Tim Coddington also executive produce along with Jane Stanton who executive produces for Handmade Films. Time Bandits debuts on July 24th on Apple TV+.
Jemaine Clement reveals a surprising update about Time Bandits season 2. Clement is one of the creators of the upcoming series, which he worked on with indie film and Thor extraordinaire Taika Waititi. Time Bandits is an adaptation of the 1981 movie of the same name by Monty Python comedian Terry Gilliam. Season 1 premieres on Apple TV+ on Wednesday, July 24.
Speaking with ComicBook.com, Clement discussed the status of Time Bandits season 2. According to the co-creator, he and Waititi are “actually writing a second season.” That said, Time Bandits season 2 has not been confirmed. Check out the full quote from Clement below:
“We are actually writing a second season, but it depends on if people watch the first season. If no one watches it, we throw it away in a bin. But I cannot tell you because I don’t want to spoil the second season.”
Time Bandits Is Part Of A Busy Time For Waititi. Taika Waititi Is Involved In Multiple Projects.
With Clement’s recent statement, there is now considerably more riding on Time Bandits season 1, which does have a decent chance at success. Based on the work of Gilliam, the series will work with zany and unique source material, operating within a universe that could lend itself to ample television opportunities. It also features a great duo in Waititi and Clement, who both appear in the Time Bandits cast, in addition to co-creating and serving as writers.
Time Bandits is releasing at an incredibly busy time for Waititi, which could come as a strength or a detriment to the TV project. In 2024 alone, Waititi is involved in another television series called Interior Chinatown, which is set for release on November 19. He also served as a producer on two films this year, We Were Dangerous and The Mountain. In the coming years, he is also slated to be involved in numerous other projects, including Klara and the Sun, a Roald Dahl project, and a Star Wars film.
Source: ComicBook.com
